- Must visit
Mucem
Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$119
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
442 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Besançon to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Besançon to Marseille will cost around $119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
It's difficult to get from Besançon to Marseille without transferring at least once.
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5124Trains from Besançon to Marseille run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€63) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 274 miles (442 km) distance in 4h 11m.
Distance 274 miles (442 km) |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€63) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 10:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
The table below shows live departures for Besançon to Marseille trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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895853+ 12402 | 8:51 AM Besançon Viotte | 4h33 | 1:24 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
894208+ 9877 | 9:56 AM Besançon Viotte | 5h08 | 3:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
894214+ 17773+ 9830 | 12:56 PM Besançon Viotte | 5h50 | 6:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
894536+ 12177 | 3:09 PM Besançon Viotte | 4h36 | 7:45 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
894548+ 12180 | 5:35 PM Besançon Viotte | 4h11 | 9:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 1 transfer | |
894264+ 17837+ 5124 | 6:16 PM Besançon Viotte | 5h32 | 11:48 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2 transfers | |
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Marseille's flagship museum links Mediterranean civilizations, with major exhibitions and striking architecture by the sea.
History museum tracing Marseille from Greek origins to today, with archaeological remains beside the site.
Fine arts museum in Palais Longchamp featuring French, Italian, and Provençal paintings and sculpture collections.
Marseille's historic harbor lined with boats, quays, and markets; the essential starting point for first-time visitors.
Old quarter of steep lanes, artisan shops, and colorful facades, offering one of Marseille's most atmospheric walks.
Elegant broad avenue with mansions, boutiques, and cafés, reflecting Marseille's prosperous nineteenth-century expansion.
Provençal fish stew from Marseille made with rockfish, shellfish, saffron and herbs, traditionally served with broth, fish, rouille and toasted bread.
Rich garlic mayonnaise from Provence, often served with vegetables, salt cod or seafood. A classic accompaniment in Marseille cuisine.
Crisp chickpea-flour flatbread baked or fried, a Marseille street-food staple from the old port area. Simple, savory and naturally gluten-free.
Michelin-starred restaurant serving seasonal Mediterranean cuisine in an intimate, polished setting near the old port.
Refined waterfront dining in Vallon Des Auffes, known for bouillabaisse and elegant Mediterranean fish dishes.
Beloved casual spot in Noailles specializing in panisses, pieds-paquets and traditional Marseille home-style cooking.
Moderate for France: lodging and dining cost less than Paris, while transit is reasonable. Tourist areas and the Old Port are pricier than outer districts.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change for cafes is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Besançon to Marseille by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Marseille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Besançon to Marseille trains use the Besançon Viotte to Marseille Saint-Charles station pair, with some services arriving at Marseille-Blancarde. Use this guide to compare Besançon and Marseille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Besançon Viotte has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pain Soleil, Selecta
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located in the front of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 17:10, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 17:10. Information desks are located at the south entrance to the underground level. .
Available at Besançon Viotte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Besançon Viotte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Besançon Viotte: The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available.
Nearby hotels include ibis budget Besançon Centre Gare, Victor Hugo Hotel and Spa, Le Viotte King Size.
Besançon - Mouillère is 1 km from Besançon city centre. Public transport options include:
Besançon - Mouillère has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Besançon - Mouillère.
ATMs are available at Besançon - Mouillère.
Available at Besançon - Mouillère: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Besançon - Mouillère: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Besançon - Mouillère.
Marseille Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00. Information desks are located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
Luggage storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650.
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
Marseille-Blancarde is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marseille-Blancarde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café de la Banque, La Table de l'Ours
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Ticket office support is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille-Blancarde.
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone, Ibis Marseille Timone, Hotel Azur.
Arenc-Euroméditerranée is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Arenc-Euroméditerranée has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
ATMs are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arenc-Euroméditerranée.
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